It took four quarters and a full overtime period to decide the Cincinnati Bengals’ first game of 2021.
Thankfully, it ended in glorious victory, as Evan McPherson hit the game-winning 35-yard field goal in overtime to give the home team a 27-24 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
Up next, the Bengals hit the road to face Andy Dalton and the Chicago Bears next Sunday.
Now, it’s time for a look at the biggest winners and losers of game No. 1 for the Bengals.
WINNERS
Tee Higgins: A big reason why there’s so much optimism with this offense is the second-year breakout many think is coming from Tee Higgins.